NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) may help mask lameness while reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation, but they can also be very harmful to the equine athlete. NSAIDs can contribute to GI ulcers and colic, renal and liver toxicity, and dec
The NTRA Safety & Integrity Alliance has announced the agendas for the Second Annual NTRA Professional Education Seminar â Presented by Pfizer Animal Health and Keeneland â on Tuesday and Wednesday, October 18 and 19, at Keeneland Race Course.
Jockey Jesus Castanon enjoyed the ride of his life as he rode his mount, Shackleford, to victory during the Preakness at Pimlico Race Course in front of Animal Kingdom and Astrology.
Learn how Ocytocin, a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland, is useful during labor and is used after foaling to stabilize the mare's uterus and prevent complications.
 Learn about Epinephrine which is used in emergencies to treat very serious allergic reactions, or anaphylactic shock reactions to insect stings/bites, foods, drugs, or other substances and also for foal resuscitation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation of
Learn why Fenbendazole, a broad specturm anthelmintic is used by veterinarians to control a number of common equine parasites including large and small strongyles, cyathostome larvae, pinworms and other parasites.
Funds will benefit an estimated 1,500 deserving veterans as a result of their direct participation in equine-assisted activities and therapies at PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Centers.
Caldwell's fellow Thoroughbred Makeover finalists were up against a teenager in a texting competition. They never stood a chance.
Based on UKVDL data, cervical pole necrosis is an idiopathic, non-infectious, placental disease that can result in abortion, premature birth, delivery of a weak foal or delivery of a viable foal.
Gait analysis is increasingly being used by veterinarians, farriers, and trainers to provide an objective and precise evaluation of equine gait. Digital analysis offers advantages to a visual scan, although both can be used successfuly to enhance rehab